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Jopie Fourie – Afrikaner Hero | James Kemp | TPP #26

In this episode of The Pioneer Podcast, James Kemp takes us on a journey through the life of Jopie Fourie, sharing the extraordinary events that shaped his legacy and explaining why he is celebrated as a hero. Jopie Fourie was a veteran from the Second Anglo-Boer War and later served in the Union Defence Force, but in 1914 he rebelled against the Union of South Africa's government. He became disillusioned with the government's support for Britain in the war against Germany during World War II, aligning instead with Afrikaner nationalist sentiment. He was subjected to a military court-martial rather than a civil trial, which was conducted swiftly and under contentious circumstances. Many Afrikaners viewed the trial as unfair, as Fourie was denied the legal protections and due process typically afforded in a civil court. On 20 December 1914 Fourie was court-martialled and executed by firing squad in Pretoria. Many Afrikaners still honor Jopie Fourie for his bravery and the sacrifice that he made.
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The day of the Vow | TPP #25

Every day on the 16th of December Afrikaners all over the world commemorate the Battle of Blood River and the Vow that the Afrikaners (at the time known as the Voortrekkers) made in 1838. At the Battle of Blood River a group of 470 Voortrekkers were surrounded and attacked by a Zulu force of about 12 000 soldiers. In the run-up to the battle, the Afrikaners made a vow to God that if He were to protect us in the looming battle, that we would commemorate this day in future as a day of thanksgiving like a Sabbath – a tradition held to this very day. 
In this episode Ernst Roets focus on the events of this day and also discuss where we find ourselves today and why the Afrikaner people are doing much better now than several decades ago.

#24 The Afrikaner origin story - Ernst van Zyl

How the Battle of Blood River and the Vow of 1838 shaped the Afrikaner way of thinking
In this week’s episode of the Pioneer Podcast, I spoke with Ernst van Zyl, Head of Public Relations at AfriForum about the origin story of the Afrikaner people. Obviously, it would be an oversimplification to claim that a nation could trace its origin back to only one event. The Afrikaner people – with our unique language, culture and traditions – have been shaped by a variety of events that could collectively be described as the historical experience that shaped our nation. There is however one event in particular that had such a significant impact on the Afrikaner way of thinking that it is celebrated to this very day.
Every year on 16 December, Afrikaners gather at hundreds of events not just in South Africa, but all over the world to celebrate the vow of 1838. In Afrikaans, we call this day Geloftedag (The Day of the Vow). This is because a group of 470 Afrikaners (at the time known as the Voortrekkers) were surrounded and attacked by a Zulu force of about 12 000 soldiers in December 1838. In the run-up to the battle, the Afrikaners made a vow to God that if He were to protect us in the looming battle, that we would commemorate this day in future as a day of thanksgiving like a Sabbath – a tradition held to this very day.
Watch my discussion with Ernst van Zyl about the significance of this event, and also why the celebration of the Day of the Vow has become increasingly popular among the Afrikaner people over the last few decades.

#23 - Timeless truths from Homer’s Odyssey

In this week's episode of The Pioneer Podcast, Ernst Roets engages in a discussion with Daan Goosen about the 'Great Books' program at Akademia, a higher learning institution in South Africa. Together, they delve into Homer’s Odyssey, a timeless work that has influenced nearly 3,000 years of thought and culture. They explore the insights and enduring lessons that this epic masterpiece offers, drawing connections to both ancient and modern contexts. Tune in for this great conversation on one of the most iconic texts in Western literature.
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#22 - Safely Through the Crowd

In this episode of The Pioneer Podcast, listen to Ernst Roets’ recent speech delivered at the International Conservatism Summit in Bratislava. Titled “Safely Through the Crowd: Building Resilient Institutions in Hostile Circumstances,” the speech addresses the extent to which South Africa is faltering due to government overreach. More importantly, it highlights the remarkable efforts of the Afrikaner community in building resilience through the Solidarity Movement's network of institutions.
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#21 Jeremy Carl - Racism in America

In episode 21 of The Pioneer Podcast, Ernst Roets spoke with Jeremy Carl, a Senior Fellow at the Claremont Institute and author of The Unprotected Class, about racism in the United States. What are your thoughts on how societal structures contribute to or combat this problem?

#20 - Trump 2.0

Even though Donald Trump has been accused of every horrible thing you can possibly imagine, and the worst imaginable predictions were made about what a (second) Trump administration would lead to, he won the 2024 election by a landslide. In this episode, I discuss the underlying factors that ought to be considered when trying to make sense of Trump 2.0.
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#19 Steve Hofmeyr - Trump, BELA and media labels

In this episode of The Pioneer Podcast, I speak with singer, author and activist, Steve Hofmeyr on the American presidential election and the controversial BELA Bill. We take a closer look at the differences between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, the Republican campaign and what made the difference in the election. Furthermore, we discuss the protest that was held in Pretoria against the BELA Bill and the impact of the biggest Afrikaner protest since 1994.

#18 Penuel The Black Pen - Is the Rainbow Nation a pipe dream?

In this episode of The Pioneer Podcast, Ernst Roets sat down with podcaster and activist Penuel The Black Pen, for a thought-provoking conversation on South Africa’s complexities. Together, they explore the country’s cultural diversity, the realities of managing it to ensure peace and prosperity and whether the ideal of a “Rainbow Nation” can endure. They also discuss the sacrifices required from all communities to achieve this.
What do you think?
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#17 Flip Buys - The Solidarity Movement

In this episode of The Pioneer Podcast, Flip Buys, Chairperson of the Solidarity Movement, delves into the history and mission of the movement. He explains what makes the Solidarity Movement unique and how its network of over 50 institutions is working towards a free, safe, and prosperous future for the Afrikaner people in South Africa. Buys also reflects on how the failure of the state and the ANC government was predicted in the 1990s, and why proactive planning was essential to protect the Afrikaner minority. He further highlights the role of community organizations, the Afrikaner tradition of self-help, and the extraordinary growth of the Solidarity Movement since its founding in 1997.
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